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TIL of a Japanese criminal mastermind dubbed “The Monster with 21 Faces”. He was responsible for extorting and poisoning products at confectionary companies across Tokyo. His activity ceased after the ritual suicide of a police chief, who failed to stop him. He has never been caught.

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